State House Democrats have scheduled a private caucus on Friday to meet with Gov. Neil Abercrombie and state Attorney General David Louie on marriage equality.

Abercrombie released the draft of a gay marriage bill and has asked law-makers for feedback 

before he makes a decision on whether to call a special session.

A majority in the House supports gay marriage, but House Speaker Joseph Souki has said he wants a firmer commitment from lawmakers before signaling to the governor that there are the votes for a bill in special session. The state Senate has the votes for the bill.

Other House sources have said Abercrombie may have to make his decision without the benefit of a solid House vote count.

The private caucus is scheduled for Friday morning at the state Capitol.